Peace of mind is a valuable commodity and the pinnacle of luxury in the post-Covid-19 era. So valuable that many Indian Ocean escapes are inviting affluent visitors to book out the entire property on an exclusive use basis, creating a completely bespoke, private and secure environment for the ultimate private island retreat.
These are three of our favourites:
Situated on the Seychelles’ Felicité Island, Six Senses Zil Pasyon is inviting guests to reserve the entire resort for up to 20 guests for a week at a time, converting this eco-haven into a private island escape. Included in the US $370,000 price tag is your choice from 30 pool villas and two private residences, bespoke dining menus and access to all resort facilities.
Island experiences included in each week-long booking are:
a sunset cruise, a fishing trip, a guided Koko Island Sanctuary snorkelling excursion, educational evenings with in-house experts, sunset Champagne and rosé tasting and a chef’s table experience showcasing the Eat With Six Senses healthy dining philosophy.
Across the deep blue sea to the west, Anantara’s Naladhu Private Island Maldives is offering exclusive use of its white sand beaches, 20 private pool villas and team of culinary and wellness experts.
Up to 50 guests can claim the island for their own and indulge in personalised menus in-villa or at the resort’s Living Room, in-residence spa treatments, breakfast any time of day, personalised butler service and a tempting selection of over and underwater activities to immerse you in the teeming Indian Ocean waters. You’ll also enjoy a full-day yacht cruise and access to Gulhifushi private island, and can chose to use the facilities at Naladhu’s sister resorts, Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort and Anantara Veli Maldives Resort. From $105,000 for three nights.
150 kilometres away in the Baa Atoll, 2019 newcomer The Nautilus Maldives will hand over the keys to the resort and its 26 Houses and Residences – including signature residences The Retreat and The Nautilus Mansion – to groups of up to 93 guests for $377,199 per night.
As well as having the exclusive use of one of the Maldives’ newest escapes, you will be treated to VIP airside welcome, return transfers from Male in the resort’s branded seaplane and Champagne and gourmet treats on arrival, as well as private butler service, daily breakfast, access to non-motorised watersports, snorkelling equipment and daily fitness and meditation classes.